how to add zksync to metamask

To interact with zkSync through MetaMask, users must first configure their MetaMask network to connect to the zkSync testnet.

Nov 04, 2024 at 12:48 am

How to Add zkSync to MetaMask

Step 1: Network Configuration

• Open MetaMask and click on the "Ethereum Mainnet" network dropdown on the top right corner.
• Scroll down and click on "Add Network."

• Fill in the following details:

  • Network Name: zkSync Testnet (or zkSync Mainnet if you prefer the mainnet)
  • New RPC URL: https://rpc-test.zksync.io (or https://rpc.zksync.io for mainnet)
  • Chain ID: 280 (or 1 for mainnet)
  • Currency Symbol: ETH (leave empty for mainnet)
  • Block Explorer URL: https://zkscan.io/testnet (or https://zkscan.io for mainnet)
• Click on "Save."

Step 2: Deposit Funds (Optional)

• If you want to use zkSync for transactions, you need to bridge funds from your Ethereum wallet.
• Go to the MetaMask bridge (https://wallet.zksync.io/bridge).
• Connect your MetaMask wallet and select the desired deposit amount.
• Confirm and pay the transaction fees to transfer funds to your zkSync account.

Step 3: Send Transactions

• To send transactions on zkSync, click on the "Send" button in MetaMask.
• Select the zkSync network you added earlier.
• Enter the recipient's address and the amount you want to send.
• Confirm and pay the transaction fees.

Additional Notes:

• zkSync is a Layer 2 scaling solution for Ethereum that offers faster and cheaper transactions.
• The testnet is recommended for experimenting and testing, while the mainnet is for live transactions.
• You can switch between networks by selecting the appropriate one from the dropdown menu.
• zkSync transactions use zk proofs for validation, which makes them highly secure and privacy-preserving.
• The bridging process may take some time depending on network congestion.